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Posted on 5/15/2023
Fire Trol team members actively participate in AIA and CSI events throughout the year. In addition, as an AIA Continuing Education Provider, we facilitate numerous live and virtual AIA CE events. We know it’s important that we educate the building industry on our prefabricated fireproof columns while also supporting architects...
Posted on 4/1/2023
Specification writing exists to simplify building specifications themselves, which can be confusing, overwhelming, and vague. Subpar specifications can lead to problems down the line, causing delays, consuming resources, and increasing the cost of the project. There are a variety of MasterFormat® tools architects, designers, and engineers can refer to in specification...
Posted on 3/1/2023
Safety is an important consideration in any building project, both for the builders themselves and the future occupants of the building being constructed. One of the key components in determining material safety is the UL rating. What is UL Standard? UL stands for Underwriters Laboratories, an independent company focused on safety science....
Posted on 2/1/2023
The AEC (architecture, engineering, and construction) industry is constantly evolving. New technologies and techniques are being developed all the time. To stay competitive and deliver the best results to clients, industry professionals need to continue their education throughout their careers. This is where continuing education comes in. Importance of Continuing Education...
Posted on 1/15/2023
The design and construction industry faced numerous challenges in 2022—from labor shortages to rising building material costs to new legislation. Throughout the supply chain, manufacturers, fabricators, suppliers, designers, builders, and all alike have proven their ability to think strategically and outside the box to remove or minimize the various obstacles. In...
Posted on 12/1/2022
What if we told you that you could save time and money on any job by using an established product manufacturer’s specification guide that follows CSI’s 3-part SectionFormat™? What is a CSI 3-Part Specification? The sole purpose of architectural specifications is to relay information to engineers, installers, and construction managers who are...
Posted on 11/1/2022
While architecture and building design is more than aesthetics, the aesthetics of a building are still a key driver when architects and designers are deciding on which building materials, material finishes, and interior or exterior design options to use. We know there’s a lot of aesthetically-pleasing options out there that can...
Posted on 10/1/2022
It’s been trusted in kitchens and homes since the 1920s, now trust stainless steel to enhance the design of your next commercial building! Stainless steel columns enhance your basic column design and add numerous benefits to any sustainable building design! Benefits of Stainless Steel in Architecture Invented in 1913, stainless steel changed...
Posted on 9/1/2022
Everyone agrees that business partners should be chosen with care, much like friends. They should be trust-worthy and supportive. When developing new buildings or projects, you need architectural columns you can trust. Choosing the right column for a project is important. As you know, architectural columns have a main purpose of...
Posted on 8/1/2022
Go green! You’ve heard it in your personal life, and chances are you’ve heard it in the industry you’re in, whether architecture, business, or construction. With talk of climate change, landfills, oil leaks, and carbon emissions, there’s a lot to consider when moving forward with daily procedures in your profession....
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